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Male Reproduction
Anatomy of the male reproductive system.
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Anatomy
12th Grade
11/30/2006

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What 3 things make up the Spermatic Cord?
Definition
vas deferens, blood vessels, and nerves
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What happens if the testes do not descend?
Definition
The male is infertile, sperm cells die
Term
What creates testosterone?
Definition
interstitial cells
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Where do the nonmotile sperm become mature and mobile?
Definition
Epididymis
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What does prostaglandin do?
Definition
helps with the movement of sperm
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What is the chestnut structure that surrounds the beginning of the urethra?
Definition
Prostate Gland
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How many sperm are in semen fluid that leaves the urethra?
Definition
300-600 million
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What are the ovaries attached to?
Definition
The pelvic wall
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What are the 2 areas of the ovaries?
Definition
Outer cortex(compact tissue) inner medulla (loose connective tissue)
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What are the eggs called before birth?
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Primordial follicles
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What are the three layers of the uterus?
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endometrium, perimetrium, myometrium
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How many eggs does a female release over a lifetime?
Definition
400-500
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